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as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
the Eastern holistic philosophy that unhappy thoughts disrupt the vibrations from one's energy field, causing illness
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as in odor
a special quality or impression associated with something
although the murders happened long ago, visitors to the house claim that it still gives off unsettling vibrations
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Recent Examples of vibrations
Between engine vibrations, road chatter, suspension feedback, and your basic rider movement, the seat is a noisy communication channel already.
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New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
Living on Debra Drive has changed drastically thanks to unwanted horns and vibrations.
—Samantha Chaney, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
In experiments designed to detect heavy dark matter, scientists typically look for small vibrations or signals produced when particles collide with atoms or nuclei in a detector.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
Made together with Kenissi, the automatic movement runs at a rate of 28,800 vibrations/hour, provides 70 hours of power reserve, and is chronometer-certified by COSC.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2026
If the user begins to fold it incorrectly — by closing the right side before the left, for instance — the phone quickly warns them with on-screen notifications and physical vibrations.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
They have been documented vibrating quickly in windy conditions and slower in mild weather, and these vibrations can provide scientists with valuable insights about a cactus’s internal structure.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 10 Nov. 2025
This motion is typically caused when the unbalanced drum makes contact with the inside of the washing machine or when severe vibrations cause the machine to shift across the floor.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk.
—Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025
New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
Living on Debra Drive has changed drastically thanks to unwanted horns and vibrations.
—Samantha Chaney, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
In experiments designed to detect heavy dark matter, scientists typically look for small vibrations or signals produced when particles collide with atoms or nuclei in a detector.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
Made together with Kenissi, the automatic movement runs at a rate of 28,800 vibrations/hour, provides 70 hours of power reserve, and is chronometer-certified by COSC.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2026
If the user begins to fold it incorrectly — by closing the right side before the left, for instance — the phone quickly warns them with on-screen notifications and physical vibrations.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
They have been documented vibrating quickly in windy conditions and slower in mild weather, and these vibrations can provide scientists with valuable insights about a cactus’s internal structure.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 10 Nov. 2025
This motion is typically caused when the unbalanced drum makes contact with the inside of the washing machine or when severe vibrations cause the machine to shift across the floor.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk.
—Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibrations
Noun
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When the weather turns chilly, plants naturally enter a state of dormancy and draw energy down from their leaves and stems into their roots, which helps plants survive the cold without damage.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Rheinmetall’s new technology is key for the energy transition in the field of hydrogen production.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
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Its silicone lid has an airtight seal, preventing spills and odors from escaping into your lunch bag.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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The acidic properties of this inexpensive, nontoxic, and eco-friendly household cleaner help to break down grease, loosen dried-on food, and neutralize funky odors.—
Gemma Johnstone,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
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Plus crimson auras and tortoiseshell patterns.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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With the back strap pushed forward in relaxed mode (versus sport mode when the strap is in back), Jeanty exuded a laidback aura.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
7 Jan. 2026
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After being denied entry into the school, Gregory is accused of shooting into the air.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Cameron Winter’s lyrics have an air of inscrutable mysticism, but there is little doubt he’s supposed to be the one singing them.—
Armin Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Since guests will be living with a horse, there is a chance of noises and smells, which the Airbnb makes explicitly clear.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Dish soap also has a very strong smell.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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This ends in a note of possible hope.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
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The 29th edition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) is officially off to the races after opening on Friday on a musical note, courtesy of Catalan artist Maria Arnal.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Nov. 2025
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Dark paint colors can feel surprisingly cozy and create a cocoon-like atmosphere in north-facing rooms.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Because the dopants are earth-abundant, the synthesis uses conventional solid-state processing, and no inert atmosphere is required, the approach aligns well with existing gigafactory infrastructure.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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